Thermodynamics
Compressor Work Simulator
Analyze ideal isentropic compression. Adjust working fluid presets, inlet temperature, and compression pressure ratios to observe changes in required specific work, total electrical power, and outlet temperature.
Fluid
Air
k = 1.40
Flow Type
Isentropic
Steady flow open
Output
CSV
Work table ready
Parameters
Working Fluid Gas
Sweep Compressor Pressures
Thermodynamic Governing Equations
Specific Work (Isentropic)
w_c = (k / (k - 1)) · R · T₁ · [(P₂ / P₁)^((k - 1) / k) - 1]
Exit Temperature (Isentropic)
T₂ = T₁ · (P₂ / P₁)^((k - 1) / k)
Compressor Power
W_dot = ṁ · w_c
Fluid specific heat ratio (k) and gas constant (R) directly influence temperature rise and compressor loading.
Under current settings, absolute inlet temperature is 298.1 K, and outlet absolute temperature reaches 540.1 K.
Multi-Stage Gas Compressor
Compressor Power
243.0kW
Specific Work
243.0kJ/kg
Exit Temp (T₂)
266.9°C
Pressure Ratio
8.00:1
Compressor Performance (Power & Work vs Outlet Pressure)
Compression Performance Data
| Outlet Pressure P₂ (kPa) | Specific Work w_c (kJ/kg) | Compressor Power (kW) |
|---|---|---|
| 200 | 65.6 | 65.6 |
| 400 | 145.6 | 145.6 |
| 600 | 200.2 | 200.2 |
| 800 | 243.0 | 243.0 |
| 1000 | 278.7 | 278.7 |
| 1200 | 309.7 | 309.7 |
| 1400 | 337.1 | 337.1 |
| 1600 | 361.8 | 361.8 |
| 1800 | 384.5 | 384.5 |
| 2000 | 405.4 | 405.4 |
| 2200 | 424.8 | 424.8 |
| 2400 | 443.1 | 443.1 |
| 2600 | 460.2 | 460.2 |
| 2800 | 476.5 | 476.5 |
| 3000 | 492.0 | 492.0 |